Top Three: Pop

June 23, 2009|The Morning Call

GIANT BOTS RETURN

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'TRANSFORMERS: REVENGE' OPENS WEDNESDAY

With a massive budget topping out at $200 million and stars Shia LaBoeuf and Megan Fox more high-profile than when the first "Transformers" came out, this film is set to become the biggest of the year. Word is that the budget allowed for more Decepticon vs. Autobot action. Watch for the debut of a new concept car, the scenes filmed around the steel stacks of Bethlehem Steel and area extras.

BACK TO THE 'FARM'

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DINOSAUR JR. RELEASES NEW DISC TUESDAY

Considered an '80s-era forefather group of the alt and indie rock movements, Dinosaur Jr. answered the prayers of its devoted cult of fans when it reunited with its original lineup in 2006. With its new disc, "Farm," the band returns to its roots of heavy, distorted guitar and simple lyrics. Check out the tracks "Ocean in the Way" and "I Want to Know."

'AMERICA'S GOT TALENT'

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SEASON 4 PREMIERE

The fourth season of the variety talent show features judges Piers Morgan, Sharon Osbourne and David Hasselhoff and newcomer host Nick Cannon. Due to the "Susan Boyle" effect, more people tried out for "America's Got Talent" -- where the grand prize is $1 million -- and the Internet sensation may make an appearance on the U.S. version. The show kicks off with a two-hour premiere at 9 p.m. on NBC with a second hour on Wednesday.